Landscape Architect

Description

Site Designer (Landscape Architect)
Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Site Designer (Landscape Architect) to join their growing team. This individual will be responsible for planning, designing, and developing a variety of outdoor environments and land development projects. The role combines creative design with technical expertise to deliver aesthetically appealing, functional, and sustainable site solutions for projects ranging from small-scale landscapes to large-scale urban and rural developments.

Key Responsibilities
Prepare site layouts, grading plans, and roadway designs utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Develop conceptual site designs and land development plans for a variety of project types.
Create planting plans, landscape designs, and outdoor amenity concepts.
Produce presentation graphics, renderings, and visual materials for clients and stakeholders.
Design lighting plans and assist with material and site furnishing selections.
Coordinate site utility layouts, including water and sanitary sewer systems.
Support stormwater management and erosion & sediment control design efforts.
Research and interpret zoning ordinances, subdivision and land development regulations, and municipal requirements.
Prepare cost estimates and opinions of probable construction cost.
Assist during construction by reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, performing site observations, and coordinating with contractors.
Prepare as-built plans and project closeout documentation for agency submissions.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field.
0-5 years of experience in landscape architecture, site design, or land development.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar CAD software.
Understanding of site grading, land development, and construction documentation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with land development and municipal planning projects.
Knowledge of stormwater management and erosion & sediment control design.
Experience creating renderings, presentation graphics, and conceptual plans.
Exposure to construction administration and observation services.
Familiarity with local zoning and subdivision and land development ordinances.
Top Skills
Landscape Architecture
Site Design
Land Development
AutoCAD Civil 3D
Construction Administration
Site Grading
Planting Design
Rendering & Presentation Graphics
Stormwater Management
Project Coordination
Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an early-career Landscape Architect or Site Designer with experience in site planning, land development, grading design, and construction documentation. They should possess a balance of creative design ability and technical expertise, along with the communication and organizational skills needed to collaborate with clients, municipalities, engineers, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Landscape architecture, site design, Land development, Autocad civil 3d, construction administration, site develop, grading, Design, rfi, utility locating, Project planning, Autocad, Land planning, microstation, Landscape design

Top Skills Details

Landscape architecture,site design,Land development,Autocad civil 3d,construction administration

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's in Landscape Architecture or a related field

Coursework in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and related design software.
Experience with site grading, land development, and site layout design.
Knowledge of zoning ordinances, subdivision and land development regulations, and municipal review processes.
Experience developing planting plans, landscape concepts, and outdoor amenity spaces.
Ability to create presentation graphics, renderings, and client-facing design materials.
Familiarity with stormwater management and erosion & sediment control principles.
Experience supporting construction administration, including shop drawing reviews, RFIs, site observations, and punch list coordination.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate with clients, contractors, municipalities, and internal project teams.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project documentation

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $50.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026. About Actalent

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